Honorable mention
by Ute Roepke Lorenz
Dedicated to Turner, Ty, and Kalea Conrad
Hermosa is a lovely place.
For some it is a perfect space
Enjoying work and play each day
Where ev’rybody wants to stay.
Let’s go to see Hermosa Beach!
Here’s a town in easy reach
For surfing, volleyball, and fun
While some enjoy a ‘Greenbelt’ run.
The Strand is busy ev’ry day
With bikes and strollers on the way,
And standup paddlers in the ocean
Delight the eye with perfect motion.
For just a couple weeks each year
There are tall dunes beside the pier
Kids of all ages slide and play,
While parents have a lovely day.
Swimming along the beach is fine –
Especially in summertime.
A whale might join you any day
While going southward faraway.
Enjoy your fishing at the pier –
And meet with friends from far and near.
Then watch the dolphins going by
And all the seagulls flying high.
Lovely sunsets bring peace of mind –
And take away the daily grind.
When sailboats drift across the sea
It’s happiness for you and me.
Let’s not forget Hermosa Fair —
Or race excitement in the air.
At Christmas time with lights so bright,
Pier Plaza is a joyous sight.
The Plaza sparkles by day and night –
An evening out is a true delight.
Old friends – new friends – enjoy the food
Which is so plentiful and good.
A million thanks, Hermosa Beach!
I’m glad you are in easy reach.
For sports and fun all through the year,
And memories so grand and dear.
